Advice for the Graduating Class (& What We’re Asking of You Now)

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Well, here you are— our next graduating class. Congrats! Is it a magic moment? Or a time of chaos? Those of us who love you wish we were simply spouting cliches and trite doses of inspirational wisdom right now . . ones you could sleep through before you head to the next picnic or party. […]Read the full post >>

How to Assess Risk in Your Career (Free Worksheet, Too)

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Whether you take action or stand still, there’s risk in your career. Yup, RISK is definitely a four-letter word for most of us. Like FEAR. Or PAIN. Truth is, we live in a world where risk is inevitable. But taking a risk in your career gets confusing. How do we assess it, evaluate it, and […]Read the full post >>

Here’s Why Making Career Decisions Is Hard (& How To Make Them Easier)

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Let’s face it: when it comes to making career decisions, even the sharpest among us can struggle. Yes, even when we’re lucky enough to choose between something great and something equally great, we swirl and spend endless joules of human energy worrying about our decisions, sometimes giving up and just deciding to make none at […]Read the full post >>

Should You Quit Your Job? Four Signs to Watch

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You’re folding yourself out of  bed on on a rainy Monday morning. You’re brushing your teeth, combing your hair, and looking for the jacket that doesn’t have the coffee spot on it. You’ve already snuck a peek—or three—at your mobile device, and your brain is starting to inbox what’s waiting for you at the office. […]Read the full post >>

To Stay or To Leave Your Job? Four Secrets to Help You Decide

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Think you might need to leave your job? Maybe you’re wondering, worrying, stressing about it. That’s only human. But I’m guessing that you’ve been wondering about it for a while—and you’re struggling to make a decision. If that’s you, cut yourself some slack. Making the decision to stay or leave isn’t as easy as others […]Read the full post >>

“Am I Leaving My Job Too Soon?” [VIDEO]

Recently, a reader asked me, “Am I leaving my job too soon?” “I’ve been here a year. At first, it seemed like the perfect fit. But the person that hired me has now left, and I’m not sure I’m clicking with my new leader and it feels like I might be better off leaving. But […]Read the full post >>

How to Change Your Job Without Leaving Your Job [VIDEO]

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What if you could change your job without leaving your job? Sounds all woo-woo, right? But hold on. What if you could shake things up a bit, but still keep all the good stuff in your job–the work you enjoy, the people you care about, and the income you make? It’s possible. There are practical, […]Read the full post >>

Should I Take the Job Offer—Or Stay? The Guide to Decide

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“Should I take the job offer, or stay where I am?” Some variation of this question comes across my desk a lot these days. Yes, if you’re an experienced professional in many countries around the world, you’re in the hottest job market we’ve seen in a while. Opportunities are everywhere. That’s great. And crazy stressful. […]Read the full post >>

Can’t Make a Career Decision? Avoid the Traps with the Career Decision Lifecycle

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If you or someone you love can’t make a career decision, then you’re in the right place. In this free video training, I walk you through the Career Decision Lifecycle—the real truth about how we make career decisions, and how we get stuck. If you can’t make a career decision, you’ll have a clearer idea […]Read the full post >>